Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT 

Deans Mill Farm 

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the historic buildings and rejuvenation of the surrounding 70+ acres has made the property into the incredible venue it is today. Deans Mill Farm now operates primarily as a private event space and five-room bed and breakfast tucked down a private road in Stonington, Connecticut. It shares its property with Dragonfly Equestrian Center and is home to dozens of horses. On the property lies meadows, hiking trails, beautiful fields and Dragonfly Disc Golf. The property can be rented for weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Additionally, the bed and breakfast can be rented by the room or reserved in its entirety for complete privacy. The Farm has the ability to host small private indoor events for up to 50 guests in the Farmhouse. Outdoor tented events are our specialty, with numerous locations on-site that are picturesque for your celebration. Outdoor tented celebrations can accommodate up to 250 guests.

New London County

Chris Rhatigan 

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the...

Werrlein Companies

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our comprehensive range of services includes routine maintenance, repairs, new installations, remodeling, and full-service design &amp; build. Our goal is to provide our customers with the best possible service at a fair price, and we stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy home service, look no further than The Werrlein Companies. Serving Mystic-Stonington and the Southern Rhode Island areas.

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our...

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California Closets

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

Fairfield County

Hayleigh Evans

Monroe

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in...

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Westerly

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The Haddams-Killingworth

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<ul><li>A clear, plain-language understanding of executive function&nbsp;coaching</li><li>How to recognize when to use Teacher Voice and EF Coach&nbsp;Voice</li><li>Specific language shifts that encourage thinking, problem-solving, and&nbsp;ownership</li><li>Practical strategies that can be used at home and at&nbsp;school</li></ul>
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Litchfield

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Portuguese Holy Ghost Society, 26 Main St., Stonington Borough.

Friday Fish &amp; Chips in the Borough Oct 2 thru Nov 20 Portuguese Holy Ghost Society, 26 Main St., Stonington Borough. 11:00am - 7:30pmDinners include Fish, Scallops, Shrimp, Fish &amp; Scallop, Fish &amp; Shrimp, Scallops &amp; Shrimp, and Chowder. Serving each Friday from 2-Oct through Friday 20-Nov. Takeout is available by calling 860-535-3855.

Local Event: Friday Fish & Chips in the Borough

Friday Fish & Chips in the Borough

Friday Fish & Chips in the Borough Oct 2 thru Nov 20 Portuguese Holy Ghost Society, 26 Main St., Stonington Borough. 11:00am -...

Hotel Callista

Presented by Dayne Rugh, Director of the Slater Memorial Museum, this talk will explore how the Industrial Revolution transformed Norwich and Greeneville, and how these shifts connected to broader movements, including the early foundations of the Civil Rights era. Join us October 3rd to enhance your experience with a trolley tour through the historic mill village of Greeneville. Pre-registration required. greenevillenrz2001@gmail.com Limited to 25 seats.
This event is sponsored by the City of Norwich Sachem Fund,&nbsp;Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (GNRZ) and the Slater Memorial Museum. For more information, please visit <a href="https://slatermuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">slatermuseum.org</a> or contact <a href="mailto:greenevillenrz2001@gmail.com" target="_blank">greenevillenrz2001@gmail.com</a>.

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The Slaters & Norwich's Industrial Revolution

Presented by Dayne Rugh, Director of the Slater Memorial Museum, this talk will explore how the Industrial Revolution...

Trolley Pick-up 352 Main St, Norwich, CT, 06360

Admission: Free
Experience Norwich's industrial heritage in motion.
Join us for a 90-minute guided trolley tour through the Historic Village of Greeneville, where history shaped a community and powered a city. Ride aboard a classic trolley as we travel through one of Norwich's most storied neighborhoods. Step off at select stops to view historic properties up close and hear the stories behind the mills, workers and the innovators who transformed Greeneville into an industrial powerhouse. This tour is perfect for history lovers, longtime residents, new neighbors, and anyone curious about the roots of Norwich's industrial era. It's a rare chance to explore Greeneville's heritage from the best seat in town. Presented by Historian to the City of Norwich, Dale Plummer
Trolley Pre-registration required: <a href="mailto:greenevillenrz2001@gmail.com" target="_blank">greenevillenrz2001@gmail.com</a> Limited to 25 seats 
Event will be preempted on 10/2 at 6:30 pm, at Hotel Callista, with a lecture: The Slaters and Norwich's Industrial Revolution.&nbsp; Presented by Dayne Rugh. This event is sponsored by the City of Norwich Sachem Fund and Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Zone

Local Event: Trolley Tour of the Historic Village of Greeneville

Trolley Tour of the Historic Village of...

Admission: Free
Experience Norwich's industrial heritage in motion.
Join us for a 90-minute guided trolley tour through the...

Trolley Tour of the Historic Village of Greeneville

Samuel Smith Farmstead

Due to the impending Nor’Easter, in the interests of safety, our “Bees &amp; Birds &amp; Butterflies Oh My” event at Samuel Smith Farmstead has been postponed one week to Saturday, October 3rd from 10 am to 3 pm. The event for Adults and Children is free, and will be held at the Farmstead located at 82 Plants Dam Road in East Lyme, Connecticut.
At 1:00 pm, Dr. Jamie Vaudrey, Coordinator for the Niantic River Watershed Committee, will present an engaging 20 minute talk.Join us to learn what scientists are discovering about local water quality, the challenges facing our coastal waters, and how healthy rivers and estuaries support the communities and ecosystems we value. Discover why the health of the Sound starts in our own backyards.
This gathering of informed and educated participants offers an opportunity to learn together about protecting our Ecosystem. The following organizations will be present and provide education on Honey Bees, Pollinator Plants, Wild Birds, Coastal Conservation and inviting Mother Nature Into our Backyards
Connecticut Audubon Society's Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center will offer information on how we can support Birds in our own backyards during Fall Migration. Hands-on activities will include how to make our homes safer for Birds and provide food, water, and shelter they need during the Fall. Opportunities will also be offered for examining Feathers under Microscopes for an up-close look at the remarkable adaptations of Connecticut’s Birds.
Bee Me Up Apiary will present Live Honey Bees safely contained in an Observation Hive and Visitors can try to find the Queen Bee! Bee Me Up Apiary is a Connecticut registered family-owned operation in Quaker Hill with 14 active hives at present. Jeff serves in the beekeeping mentorship program for the CT Beekeepers Association mentoring new beekeepers in southeast Connecticut.
Wild Birds Unlimited will be sharing tips for tidy Bird Feeding, Exploring their Seed Blends and straight Seeds, Learn who Eats what in your Backyard, and how choosing the right Food can help Attract more of the Birds you Love.Learn about “Saving the Songbirds”and creating a Healthier, more Bird-Friendly feeding space.Stop by and come with your questions - they'd love to “Talk Birds “with you!
Pollinator Pathway East Lyme, Inc. will offer activities including Seed Mud Balls with Milkweed and other essential seeds, a Butterfly Craft for kids using Pipe Cleaners and Beads, and a Pollinator Game. Educational tours of the back meadow and front garden at the Farmstead will be given.
Smith's Acres, our Niantic neighbor Garden Center and Farm Market, will present a selection of Pollinator Friendly Plants for Sale and offer insight into bringing more Bees &amp; Birds &amp; Butterflies into your Yard.
Niantic River Watershed Committee will offer the opportunity to interact with the EnviroScape Coastal Model, a hands-on educational tool that demonstrates how everyday actions on land affect water quality and the health of coastal ecosystems.
The event is free and open to the Public.Donations are greatly appreciated with all proceeds going to fund needed repairs to the historic House and Barn at Samuel Smith Farmstead. For more information, see www.SamuelSmithFarmstead.org or Contact Lu Huntington at (860) 961 9296.

Local Event: NEW DATE due to Nor'Easter: Bees & Birds & Butterflies Free Event at Samuel Smith Farmstead

NEW DATE due to Nor'Easter: Bees & Birds &...

Due to the impending Nor’Easter, in the interests of safety, our  “Bees & Birds & Butterflies Oh My” event at Samuel Smith...

NEW DATE due to Nor'Easter: Bees & Birds & Butterflies Free Event at Samuel Smith Farmstead

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